Care Assistant (Gateshead) (Full and Part time)

Job Description

Ready for a Fresh Start This Autumn or Winter? Build a Rewarding Future with Boomerang Healthcare

Please note: We are not currently offering new sponsorships or employer switches.

As the days grow shorter and the colder weather settles in, it can be a good time to think about what you’d like your next chapter to look like.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Whether your experience is in retail, hospitality, education or customer service—or you’re simply ready for a change—Boomerang Healthcare could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

A Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care is essential for this position.

If you’re kind, reliable, compassionate and eager to learn, we’ll give you the training and support you need to get started.

Why join Boomerang Healthcare?

Everything we do is centred around outcome-based care: helping people live safely, independently and with dignity in the comfort of their own homes.

As part of our team, you’ll help people:

Stay independent at home
Feel safe, comfortable and confident
Keep in touch with family and their community
Live well with the support that’s right for them
When the weather turns colder and routines change, a friendly visit can make a real difference. Every visit is a chance to help someone feel supported, listened to and cared for.

Supporting people across Birtley and Gateshead

You’ll become a valued part of your local community, helping people remain independent while receiving the support they need.

What will you be doing?

No two days are the same. Your role may include:

Supporting with personal care, dressing, meals and medication
Encouraging independence and confidence
Offering companionship and emotional support
Helping people feel listened to, respected and valued
Providing care that improves quality of life
We’d love to hear from you if you are:

Holders of a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care (essential)
Caring and compassionate
A good communicator
Reliable and trustworthy
Willing to learn and develop
A driver with access to a vehicle (helpful, but not essential)
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Support from day one

Starting a new role can feel daunting, especially when you’re learning something new. We’ll support you every step of the way with:

A full induction programme
Practical, hands-on training
Shadow shifts with experienced colleagues
Training in outcome-based and person-centred care
Ongoing support from a friendly management team
Grow your career with us

We’re committed to helping our team members develop and succeed. We offer:

Ongoing training and learning opportunities
Recognised qualifications
Clear career progression pathways
Coaching and regular feedback
Support to achieve your professional goals
If you’re looking for more than just a job, we’ll help you build a rewarding career.

How we look after you

We believe great care starts with a supported team. We offer:

Flexible shifts to fit around your life
Paid holiday
Free uniform and PPE
Wellbeing and mental health support
Regular check-ins with your manager
A workplace built on kindness, respect and teamwork
When our team thrives, the people we support thrive too.

Make this season the start of something special

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive team and a career where every day makes a difference, we’d love to welcome you to the Boomerang Healthcare family.

Serving Birtley and Gateshead
Care with Purpose. Care with Outcomes. Care with Boomerang.

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